Facilities: Mechanic

Position Summary

Install, maintain and repair mechanical systems and associated equipment as directed by leadership. Work involves performance of minor mechanical tasks in maintaining, repairing, and servicing a variety of mechanical equipment. Routine maintenance, service, and repair work are performed with guidance and direction from other senior mechanics or other facilities leaders.

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• Has the basic understanding of mechanical systems/equipment functionality to tr
• Plan, coordinate, schedule and oversee mechanical related work tasks.
• Perform minor mechanical tasks such as wall, floor, ceiling repairs/construction, Door repairs, mounting of equipment to building surfaces, makes minor adjustments/repairs to HVAC systems, electrical lighting and outlet installations/services, plumbing faucet/fixture repairs, drain maintenance, patient care equipment maintenance, mechanical system rounds/inspections/monitoring, preventive maintenance tasks and other minor adjustments/repairs to mechanical systems as directed.
• Assists the senior mechanics with more complex tasks such as (Pneumatic tube system maintenance/repair, medical
• oubleshoot minor equipment/system problems as assigned by the senior mechanic or other facilities leaders to complete tasks as scheduled.
• Provides mechanical troubleshooting support for all other trade fields as needed for their successful completion of work assignments.
• Utilizes tools and equipment such as power drills, saws, mechanical sockets/wrenches, meters, test gauge analyzers equipment, welding equipment if certified along with other related tools and equipment necessary to effectively troubleshoot and resolve mechanical problems. Has the basic knowledge and ability to read, interpret and utilize plans, schematic drawings, line diagrams, OEM manuals, specifications and work orders to determine work requirements and actions needed to successfully complete mechanical related tasks.
• Has some basic knowledge of codes and other regulations related to the mechanical trade fields to complete assigned tasks with compliant outcomes.
• Performs preventive and predictive maintenance for non‑essential mechanical equipment/systems to maintain them in proper working condition.
• Performs mechanical project work and assists other trades in accomplishing scheduled projects. Communicates assigned project task needs, progress and concerns with the customer and department leadership to keep jobs on schedule and achieve positive outcomes.
• Performs tasks assigned by senior mechanic or other facilities leaders during utility/equipment shutdowns as necessary to complete tasks/projects.
• Assists department leadership in managing mechanical contractors work activities as assigned.
• Maintain regulatory compliance with ICRA and PICRA safety plans, lockout tag‑out, confined space, MSDS and all other regulatory programs as assigned to maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements such as JCAHO, State, OSHA, NEC, SOC, etc.
• Report all unsafe conditions to immediate supervisor.
• Documents all work performed and all training received (or given).
• Communicate with all departmental / interdepartmental staff as required.
• Attend meetings and in‑services as scheduled.
• Keep all logs current.
• Maintain expense budgets within established guidelines.
• Maintain requisitions supplies and materials by following purchasing and department specific procedures.
• Keep records of work and makes reports.
• Perform prevention maintenance work as required.

Minimum of 3 years’ experience preferred

Concentration in health care maintenance preferred

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- Medium Work
- Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects;
Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

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